Black homeownership on Long Island: Closing the gap
Written by Black Hot Fire Network on February 27, 2025
After six years renting part of her sister’s house in Elmont, Roseline Louhis said she’s relieved to finally have more space for herself and her 10-year-old daughter, Delilah.
Louhis, 41, bought a four-bedroom town house in Bay Shore in December. It was her first home purchase and a major milestone after two years improving her credit, working overtime to save for a down payment and searching for the right property.
"For me and my daughter, it’s perfect," said Louhis, who emigrated to the U.S. from Haiti 17 years . . .
